Khedegaon - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Khedegaon is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Murumgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khedegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedegaon is 538925. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.58 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Khedegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khedegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khedegaon village had a total population of 343 people, including 175 males and 168 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.27%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 59.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 335.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 343 | 175 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 335 | 172 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 133 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 42 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Khedegaon
Khedegaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khedegaon
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Khedegaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Khedegaon is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Khedegaon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khedegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khedegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khedegaon
Where is Khedegaon located?
Khedegaon village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khedegaon is Murumgaon.
What is the pincode of Khedegaon?
The pincode of Khedegaon is 442606.
What is the population of Khedegaon?
Khedegaon had a total population of 343, including 175 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Khedegaon?
Khedegaon had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khedegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedegaon was 73.27%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 59.73%.